Monthly Archives: February 2011
Peter Jackson faces competition for full time role
Following the departure of previous boss Peter Taylor, Peter Jackson has been handed the opportunity to take over the club on an interim basis while the board interview potential long-term candidates. The former Huddersfield boss has been told he is … Continue reading
Peter Jackson on his appointment at Bradford City
Bradford City’s interim manager, Peter Jackson had the following to say to Sky Sports News Radio about his appointment: “Yes, I’m really, really pleased. I’ve been with the players this afternoon and had a chat with them and told them … Continue reading
Peter Jackson named the new (interim) Bradford City manager
The club has announced today that former-City defender Peter Jackson has been named the interim Bradford City manager on a week-to-week basis. They also confirmed, however, that interviews for the full-time managerial position will continue to go ahead as normal … Continue reading
Parting words from Peter Taylor
Taylor said: “I’m so pleasing that we managed to end with a win. I’m sure people enjoyed the afternoon, but if you’re connected with Bradford City, it made it a very, very nervous afternoon. I thought we created several good … Continue reading
Bradford City 3 – Stockport County 2
Substitute Gareth Evans struck City’s winner five minutes into added time against Stockport’s nine men to ensure Peter Taylor’s reign ended on a high in a 3-2 victory. City took a 14th-minute lead when Steve Williams rose to head Michael … Continue reading
Former Bantams defender Dean Richards dies aged 36
I was saddened today to hear of the death of former Bradford City defender Dean Richards at the age of 36 after a long-term battle with serious illness. I am the same age as Dean an I can honestly say … Continue reading
Bantams enquire about Accrington Stanley’s John Coleman
According to the Lancashire Telegraph, Accrington Stanley have received an approach from City to talk to their manager John Coleman. Stanley chief executive Rob Heys is quoted as saying: “A tentative enquiry has been made but it is speculative at this stage, … Continue reading
Mark Lawn on Peter Taylor’s departure
Lawn told BBC Radio Leeds: “They (the players) have let Peter Taylor down – without any doubt at all. They haven’t performed have they? If they had performed as a unit we wouldn’t be where we are.” “We will start … Continue reading
Neil Woods is sacked by Grimsby Town
Former City striker Neil Woods has been sacked as manager of Grimsby Town. Neil leaves the Mariners in ninth place of the Blue Square Bet Premier League, nine points adrift of the play-off places after 15 months in charge of … Continue reading
Bradford City vs Stockport County for a quid
City have confirmed that ALL City supporters will be able to bring friends and family to Saturday’s crucial home fixture with Stockport County for £1 each. The offer, which was originally only available to Season Ticket holders, has now been … Continue reading